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and integration.

These modifications include the installation of access ramps, the inclusion of handrails in key
locations, and the use of nonslip flooring in outdoor spaces.

H.E. further emphasised the need to widen doorways, improve lighting, and add a canopy or awning
at the entry of homes to provide weather protection, while maintaining full compliance with safety
standards.

H.E. Al Rumaithi said, “Care for seniors is a basic humanitarian and national value that represents
social cohesiveness and improves quality of life. It encourages the use of FDF’s community
initiatives and programs to ensure a dignified and safe life for this vital segment of society, as well
as protect their position and promote their psychological and social health.”

Motion Sensors and Assistive Tech

Director of the Family Development Department at FDF, Her Excellency Wafa Mohammed Al Ali,
stated that technology is no longer a luxury, but rather a means to convey our love and care for the
comfort of senior citizens.

H.E. stated that simple innovations can make a significant difference in creating a safer and more
independent home environment for senior citizens.

These technologies include motion sensors that automatically illuminate hallways at night, fall or
emergency alarm systems, indoor surveillance cameras that reassure family members remotely,
smart medication organisers that remind them of their medication schedules, and voice assistants
that allow for easy lighting control or assistance requests.

H.E. Al Ali emphasised the need to provide a safe home environment for senior citizens, starting
with simple yet important details.

H.E. highlighted the importance of sufficient lighting in corridors and bathrooms to reduce the risk
of falls, as senior citizens require clearer vision. Proper lighting makes a significant difference to
their safety.

H.E. further stressed the significance of support handles in bathrooms to assist with standing and
moving, as these are the most common sites for household accidents. Simple changes can
mitigate major risks.

To avoid tripping, remove loose carpets and exposed cables, as safe flooring equals safe steps.

The layout of furniture should allow for simple movement, particularly for persons who use
assistive devices such as walkers or wheelchairs. Senior citizens can roam more freely and safely in
open settings.

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